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Beautiful Friend | Rhode Island Maternity Photography

Thu, 03 May 2012 14:22:44 +0000

When I lived and worked in Philadelphia, I was lucky enough to meet and become very good friends with Bernadette of Bernadette Uzcategui Photography. We did trades on photos and she was one of the people I could swap stories with that understood where I was coming from. We had many discussions over cookies and coffee and drinks over the years! If you’ve followed my blog for a while you’ve definitely seen her with her adorable little family on here a few times. I miss her dearly now that we are in RI. But this past weekend when I was in Philly, we reconnected for dinner. She and her husband are now expecting baby number two, a little girl, in a little over a month and she looks absolutely adorable!! When we were at dinner we discussed meeting the next morning for some maternity photos before I left town. In driving around the area near my hotel I had discovered this beautiful park with fields and a few neat little features. So early the next morning she and her family picked me up and off we went. It was a quick shoot, probably only 30-45 minutes but it was perfect. Shooting for a fellow photographer is nerve wracking. But shooting for a friend who is a photographer is amazing because I know I can do whatever I’d like and have total creative control. And she gets what I am trying to do. :) She is such a beautiful person inside and out and there is so much love in this family…I can only hope that it shines through here in this quick group of photos.

Mingling Moms | Rhode Island Photography

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:55:22 +0000

Wow. It’s been over a month since I blogged. Woooow. A little down time for me to take care of some issues including some serious pain in my shoulders (kinda difficult to have when you are a photographer) and then some more down time while strep throat made it’s way through our entire family. But I am BACK today. And all week. After this week, eh, we’ll see. ;)

Two weeks ago, before strep came to visit, I had the delight of photographing a special event put together by Rhody Mamas, Bellani Maternity and Kayleigh’s Klippies called Mingling Moms. The idea? To get a bunch of RI moms and mommies-to-be together for an evening of socializing, shopping and a few other good things. It was held at Bellani Maternity down in Warwick so I got all dolled up and headed down for the evening. There were adorable hair clips, wine, makeovers, giveaways – a fabulous Sunday evening all the way around. I know that Jen and Audrey are planning some more events down the road so if you are a Rhode Island mom, you’ll definitely want to go follow their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/rhodymamas) for more info!

Veronica | Rhode Island Baby Photography

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:10:54 +0000

I will be pretty sad when Veronica gets bigger. Or, actually, when her parents sell their place. It has this great blue wall with a white coverlet on the bed and the perfect window…sigh. I used it for their clean and simple newborn photos HERE and then again this past weekend when we visited. It’s great to work with friends – you just tell them “Actually I want her undressed on your pretty white blanket” And they say “Okay!” (Fine, if we’re being honest I would say it to a client as well. But it’s a lot more comfortable when it’s friends.) We went back to visit John and Rachel and see “baby Veronica” as my daughter calls her. My has she changed!! So much bigger with the most adorable little rolls. I think she is just about the cutest seven month old on the planet. No, I’m not biased at all!!!! ;) But can you honestly look at these and tell me she isn’t? Those cheeks, that dusting of red hair, those lips GAH!! Perfection! We even got to go outside for a few minutes and use the pram that was Rachel’s when *she* was a baby. I have had plans for that since I saw it at her shower. Ideally it would have been about 60 degrees warmer but I’ll take what I can. She is perfect as are her mommy and daddy. Much love to you guys!! (And just remember, I need a blue wall in the new place, too.)

Sweet Kyleigh | Rhode Island Newborn Photography

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:39:44 +0000

Hoyts Cinemas. That is where it all started. Hoyts Cinemas in Carousel Mall back in Syracuse. I was a 16 year old high school senior working the concession stand and box office when I first met Jaimie. At 18, she was a little bit older than me and a student at Syracuse University. We immediately hit it off and became good friends. We stayed in touch while I went away to school and she was a big part of convincing me I *needed* to come back to Syracuse for school and a better partying academic atmosphere. She was instrumental in helping me (forcing me to) join the marching band with her as well as the sorority that went along with it. She was one of my best friends and we even lived together for a year as well. As we got older we went our separate ways geographically but always stayed very much in touch visiting for any and all reasons. When I started planning my wedding, she was one of the first people I wanted as my bridesmaid and she was one of the first I told when I was pregnant. Basically, she has been there through it all. :) There is this rule I have in my business that I stole from friends. If you have seen me pee, puke or cry, your session is free. Needless to say she had that allllll very well covered hahaha! No matter how much time passes, it never feels like we have been apart. :) I mentioned in a post last year “The true friends. Someone that I know calls them “rocking chair friends” – the ones we’ll sit with on our porches when we’re 85 and drinking lemonade on a hot day. That person. That friend.” That is my Jaimie. :)

When she and Chris got engaged I was so, SO happy for her. Their wedding was absolutely amazing and beautiful and perfect. And then about seven months ago I got a message on my phone asking if I had any availability in December. :) They were pregnant!! I immediately put them on my calendar. No way would I miss those photos. Though Kyleigh made her entrance about a week and a half early, I did a quick drive down to NJ for the photos. Being the wonderful baby that she is she did not make a peep the entire session. And she is just as gorgeous as her mommy. :)

Top Ten | Rhode Island Photography

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:00:01 +0000

It’s that time of year! I don’t know where the months have gone but it is New Years Eve – CRAZY!!!! So, time to reflect on my top ten favorites on the year. I cheated a little teeny bit this year. :) So from 10-1.

#10b. Moment of love between this family who was told their daughter might not survive the day she was born. ::love::

#10a. Mothers rarely ask for nursing photos. I love this quiet, beautiful moment and wish more moms would do a shot like this.

#9. After trying three years for a baby, this photo is priceless.

#8. The colors, the outfits, the light, the adorable kids, this is a perfect family portrait :)

#7. Seeing his bride for the first time, Renzo’s reaction was wonderful. Knowing that bride since she was about seven years old made it even more special to me.

#6. A toddler and a newborn. One of the most difficult shots to get but this one is just one of my favorites ever EVER. One of the most adorable big sisters!

#5. I did photos of some gorgeous baby bellies this year. These are my top two favorites. :)

#4. This moment between father and daughter was made even more special when someone pointed out his arms crossed are also American Sign Language for Love. ::melt::

#3. My favorite family session ever so two shots from that. Them just being a loving, adorable family. No posing involved.

#2. The birth. One of my favorite moments that I have ever ever photographed in my life and my favorite moment of the year.

#1. My favorite image of the year. I will probably never get another family and nursery like this again in my life. It hangs as a 20×30 canvas in my office.

I have had an amazing year and I cannot WAIT to see what 2012 brings me!!!

James | Rhode Island Birth Photography

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 18:36:30 +0000

Although I have gotten to do some pretty amazing things with my job, I had never gotten to photograph a birth. It was one of those things in the back of my mind as a “bucket list” item. Something I’d love to do if I got the chance but it would be pretty difficult to make it all work. It’s next to impossible to be on call 24/7 for a laboring client when you have kids and a working spouse! Thankfully when Dani went into labor two days before Christmas, the stars aligned and I got to photograph my first birth. Amazing doesn’t begin to describe it. First, to be allowed to witness a birth at all is mind-blowing. To have it be your friend, even more so. And to be the photographer for it??? WOW. I got home and was just so so excited. I looked at my husband and said “You get to do this every day?!?! (he’s an OB-Gyn for those new to me) How does it ever not get to be the coolest thing EVER???” And he said that that never happens. :) And looking at the doctor’s face in the one photo after James was born shows just how happy and beautiful and miraculous every birth is. And Dani?? She made it look easy. Just a few sets of pushes and she became a mommy for the second time. She did GREAT throughout the entire process. It was pretty much a dream birth. For them and for me. :)

The slideshow can be seen below, or scroll down for the individual photos used. :)

Happy Holidays 2011

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:32:57 +0000

Thank you all for a wonderful year and happy holidays!!!

Five Days of Birthday Giveaway – Day 5

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:11:51 +0000

All righty. It has been a great week of giving away things that I love. Some of them totally related to my job and others, eh, nothing to do with my job (although wine and coffee sometimes get me through, the wine afterwards of course). But that is what makes it fun! Thankfully my server has been able to withstand triple the regular traffic I’ve gotten LOL! And hopefully you’ve had a chance to check out my photography and will come back to visit after this is all over as well. :) Today is the last day and I am ending with one of my absolute FAVORITE things that I love and cannot live without especially at this time of the year. Kind of like how I started the week with two types of coffee, I end the week with two types of shopping. Yay shopping!!!

Target and Amazon

Love love love love. I can find pretty much anything I need between those two stores. And, as a side note, I am also obsessed with my Amazon Prime. In fact if I cannot find it available with Prime shipping that person is not getting it. :P

So! Today I am giving the last winner their choice of either a $50 gift card to Amazon.com or to Target. Anyone across the country can enter today! And as a bonus, the gift certificate will be sent via email so you can use it right away. Just in time to get yourself a little something special for the holidays or for someone else. Simply leave a comment below, you have until midnight tonight.

Good luck!! And thanks so much for visiting!

Five Days of Birthday Giveaway – Day 3

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:33 +0000

First off, congratulations to Stephanie, yesterday’s winner according to Random.org. Stephanie I emailed you so make sure you get back to me! :)

Ahhhh..Day 3. Today is for the locals (or people willing to drive here). One of my most favorite things. Wine. Who doesn’t like a good bottle of wine?? (Well I guess there are people that don’t. But I don’t know any of those people.) Unfortunately pesky little interstate and mailing laws prohibit me from mailing my favorite bottles of wine to anyone. BUT I can give away a $25 gift card to my most favorite wine store – The Savory Grape down in E. Greenwich. It’s a wonderful place if you haven’t discovered them yet! They are extremely knowledgable and very helpful. They even keep track of your purchases if you sign up for the club card and can recommend wines based on past purchases. And they give a discount when buying six bottles or more. Not that I would EVER do such a thing. ;) (It’s my husband. All him. I sent him to buy this and he came home with eight bottles. See?? Bad influence.)

Anyways. Free money ($25!). To buy WINE with (and they have some GOOD stuff). If wine is not for you, stick it in someone’s stocking who does like it! Same rules as always, leave a comment below for your chance to win. Entries accepted until midnight, winner selected tomorrow. Obviously you must be 21 years of age or older to win. Or give it to someone 21 or older.

Good luck! :)

Five Days of Birthday Giveaway – Day 1

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:11:46 +0000

So if you have been following my Facebook Page you may have perhaps noticed that it is my birthday week. It started on Saturday as I will celebrate an anniversary of my 29th birthday this coming Saturday. I love my birthday. Being eight days before Christmas has always had it’s challenges but I love it. When I was little I used to get excited because whenever it was birthday time, there were always lights on people’s houses to see. Who else (other than December birthdays) can say that? There was some combining of gifts over the years but for the most part my family and friends did a great job. Now that I am older and have a business of my own, I have decided to give away five of my favorite things for my birthday week. So stay tuned all week to see what I’ve got for you! To enter the contest you only have to comment under the post. Easy peasy! Make sure to leave your email when you send in your comment so I can reach you. Comments will be accepted until midnight and I will select the winner the next morning.

First up today, one of the most important things in my life. COFFEE. I cannot function properly without coffee. I just can’t. Now I admit, I am a bit of a cheater when it comes to coffee. For regular coffee in the morning, it has to be Dunkin Donuts. Don’t bring me Starbucks, I won’t drink it. But for specialty drinks, it’s Starbucks all the way (the exception being Dunkin Donuts Mint Hot Chocolate – that’s pretty awesome). So today’s gift to one lucky winner, a $20 gift card to either Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts. You can choose. The other will go into my wallet into my husband’s stocking.

Leave a comment to be entered to win and good luck!